Steareth-2
Steareth-2 is a surfactant and emulsifying ingredient. It’s in 146 products on Poliage, most often body lotion, mascara and cleanser. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Steareth-2: used to keep oil and water blended.
What it does
Contains Steareth-2: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Steareth-2: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 78990, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Steareth-2
Old Spice
Wolfthorn
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
sanex
zero%
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones
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